Colm Brophy

Intent: The intended result was a contribution to efforts to promote integration and encounter and to build an open, inclusive and dynamic Irish society in which all who reside in the country are valued and treated equally, irrespective of their colour, creed or culture.

Details: In January 2026, JRS Ireland issued a copy of the 2026 JRS Ireland Intercultural and Interfaith Calendar to a number of relevant designated public officials and raised serious concerns about increasing polarisation around migration and asylum issues in Ireland.

Intent: Request that the Ministers consider and take corrective action on the concerns outlined

Details: Letter to express urgent concern regarding the challenges faced by persons with disabilities living within the Direct Provision system.

Intent: The intended result was to highlight the significant challenges and barriers faced by persons with disabilities in IPAS accommodation and seek action on proposed recommendations to address these issues.

Details: In October 2025, JRS Ireland was a joint signatory on a civil society letter raising concerns regarding persons with disabilities living in the IPAS accommodation system.

Intent: Ending of homelessness of international protection applicants. In particular the policy that people must sleep rough to demonstrate eligbility and need for accommodation.

Details: Letter to Minister for Justice about unaccommodated international protection applicants.

Intent: Awareness for funding for people with disabilities.

Details: St Michael's House Lobbying

Intent: Welcoming TD's to visit St Michael's House or have Teams meeting to discuss the challenges within the disability sector and potential solutions. It is a fantastic opportunity to work together to create positive change for individuals with disabilities and their families and carers.

Details: Invitation to TD's to visit St Michael's House (December 2024)

Intent: Understand ongoing work and share business priorities around integration and racism

Details: Shared key priorities on migration and integration

Intent: 1) Provided an update on improvements in HSI horse passporting and registration since 2024. ::2) Highlighted Prof Wall report, horse welfare issues and need for action. ::3) Outlined success of National Breeding Services. ::4) Highlighted high performance programme - successes and gaps. ::5) Explained challenges for the sport horse sector - US tariffs, succession planning, employment permits, skills gaps etc. ::6) Provided breakdown of HSI structure and funding. ::7) Highlighted challenges facing riding centres around the costs of commercial rates and insurance.

Details: Issues and challenges facing sport horse sector

Intent: To secure budget allocations to ensure the safety, participation, and wellbeing of LGBTQ+ in budget 2026.

Details: Budget 2026

Intent: To share key priorities and issues affecting the LGBTQ+ Community

Details: Shared key priorities and issues affecting the LGBTQ+ Community this Pride